1967 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Firebird (255 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1967 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 1967 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox, 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.
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1967 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Firebird | Equinox |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2858 mm |