1984 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Firebird | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Pontiac | TVR |
Model | Firebird | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |