1977 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1977 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Firebird | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |