1977 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. 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 134 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Sedan | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Sedan | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
