2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 618 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Envoy | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
