1995 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1995 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan 100 NX | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | 100 NX | Firebird |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |