1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Firebird | Baleno |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |