2009 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 361 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touran | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Pontiac |
| Model | Touran | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
