2004 Holden Frontera vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 104 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Frontera | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
