2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 308 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Qashqai | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
