1997 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 147 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
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1997 Isuzu VehiCross | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
Model | VehiCross | Firebird |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |