2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (332 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | F-150 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 332 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |