2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-250 | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | F-250 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 60 L |