1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Chronos is newer by 24 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. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
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 (366 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Chronos | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Chronos | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2750 mm |
