2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Durango | Firebird |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |