2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
