1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1994 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Firebird (275 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 186 kg more than 1994 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Pontiac Firebird | 1994 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Firebird | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 275 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
