Can I use a 4th generation cable for a 5th generation iPod?

I recently bought a video ipod because my 4th generation one died. Is it possible to use my 4th generation firewire cable and wall plug to charge my ipod in the wall? I would really like to not have to buy a USB wall plug.
I figured I can't use this to sync my ipod - I read that the ipod is optimized for USB 2 now. Am I right about that?
Please let me know. I'm curious. Thanks.

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