1974 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1974 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 1974 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Firebird | 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Firebird | Magna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
