2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-150 | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | E-150 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |