2007 Ford Territory vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 420 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Territory | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
