2004 Xedos 9 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Xedos | Pontiac |
| Model | 9 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
