2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 283 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
