1983 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (134 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Firebird | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Firebird | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
