2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 31 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.

Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Titan 1977 Pontiac Firebird
Make Nissan Pontiac
Model Titan Firebird
Year Released 2008 1977
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5552 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 318 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 459 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2750 mm


 

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