1955 Nissan Sports vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Sports | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 5733 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2570 mm |
