1984 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1984 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 1984 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Firebird | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Firebird | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |