2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Explorer | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
