1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, both 1976 Nissan Bluebird and 1976 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 275 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. 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. 1976 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1976 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Nissan Bluebird 1976 Pontiac Firebird
Make Nissan Pontiac
Model Bluebird Firebird
Year Released 1976 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 7467 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 120 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2750 mm


 

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