2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 27 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Tracker | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
