2004 Toyota Soarer vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Toyota Soarer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 134 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1977 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 1977 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2004 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Soarer | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
Model | Soarer | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |