1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 26 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Pontiac | Smart |
| Model | Firebird | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |
