1973 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Firebird | Orlando |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |