2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Excursion | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 76 L |