2002 Dodge Razor vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Razor. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Razor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 461 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Razor. (312 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Razor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Razor | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Razor | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
