1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 194 kg more than 1995 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Scorpio | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
