1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | 442 Indy Pace Car | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
