2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 600 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Firebird | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |