2004 Acura NSX vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |