1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 413 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Taunus | Firebird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |