1983 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Pontiac | GMC |
| Model | Firebird | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 284 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
