1978 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 630 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | Firebird |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |