2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 189 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Crossfire | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |