2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 163 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Subaru | Pontiac |
Model | Forester | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |