1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 664 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2750 mm |
