2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 26 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 187 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Odyssey | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 79 L |
