1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 475 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1973 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
Model | Voyager | Firebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |