2004 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 706 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu YRV | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | YRV | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 76 L |
