1980 Buick Estate vs. 1969 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Buick Estate is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Firebird (320 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 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:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1969 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Estate | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 320 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
