2006 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 411 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Sequoia | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
Model | Sequoia | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |