1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 416 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Firebird | Navara |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |