1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 198 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Cube, 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 (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Firebird | Cube |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 172 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 | 1470 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |