1969 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 331 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Prix | Firebird |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 5013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |