2008 Nissan Note vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 38 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Note | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Note | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
