1997 Subaru Impreza vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 606 kg more than 1997 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Subaru Impreza | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Subaru | Pontiac |
Model | Impreza | Firebird |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |