1980 Lada 1200 vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 465 kg more than 1980 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 1200 | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lada | Pontiac |
Model | 1200 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 59 L |