1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 17 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Scorpio | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
