1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 369 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti, 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Firebird | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
