2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 146 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
