1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Firebird | F-150 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |