1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 34 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 157 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART.
Because 1979 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
Model | Firebird | DART |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |