1983 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (134 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona.
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, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Pontiac Firebird | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Corona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 223 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |