2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 301 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Econovan | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
