2004 Ford Escape vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 25 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 142 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Because 1979 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (459 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escape | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 459 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |