2007 GMC Envoy vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Envoy.
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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Envoy. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Envoy | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Envoy | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
