2011 Honda CR-V vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda CR-V | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | CR-V | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
