1977 Ford Maverick vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (168 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick.
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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Maverick | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Maverick | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
