1983 Nissan Stanza vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Stanza | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Stanza | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
