2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Terios | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |