1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 4 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Firebird | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
