1979 Nissan Skyline vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Nissan Skyline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Skyline | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Skyline | Firebird |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |