1971 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 42 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 106 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Firebird | Outback |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
