1979 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 766 kg more than 1979 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | Firebird |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 7456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |