1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 234 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
