1977 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1977 Chrysler 1609 and 1977 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 380 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1609. 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler 1609 | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | 1609 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |