2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Forester | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Subaru | Pontiac |
Model | Forester | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |