2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1614 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Excursion | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 76 L |