1977 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 35 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 99 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Firebird | Rogue |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1659 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |