2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Hardbody | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1585 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
