1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | S-10 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
