2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 694 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Yukon | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 76 L |
