1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Saab 9000 is newer by 24 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, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Saab 9000.
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, 1994 Saab 9000, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 9000. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Pontiac | Saab |
Model | Firebird | 9000 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5792 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |