1991 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1979 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 1609. 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 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 1609. 1979 Chrysler 1609 has automatic transmission and 1991 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1991 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chrysler 1609 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac Firebird | 1979 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chrysler |
| Model | Firebird | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
