2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 788 kg more than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Navara | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
