1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 9 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XJ6 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2918 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |