2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
