2000 Ford Escape vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 19 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escape | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |