2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 33 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 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 593 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Durango | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 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 | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |