1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 26 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60, 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60. 1979 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Firebird | S60 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |