1980 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 208 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1980 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
Model | Firebird | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 288 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3052 mm |