2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1978 Pontiac Sunbird has manual transmission. 1978 Pontiac Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1978 Pontiac Sunbird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | F-150 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |