1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Firebird |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |