1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Delica Space Gear | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
