2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
