1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 14 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 404 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Roadmaster | Firebird |
Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |