1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Maverick | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Maverick | Firebird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |