2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 88 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Hardbody | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Hardbody | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |