1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 458 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Firebird | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5792 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
