2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 26 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 104 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1974 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 1974 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, 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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2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | LaCrosse | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |