2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Crossfire | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
