2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 419 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5012 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1596 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
