2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 1981 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 1981 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sedona | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |