2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 33 kg more than 2002 Holden Berlina.
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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Berlina | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Berlina | Firebird |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |