1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 242 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Firebird | 240 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |