1984 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 11 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Firebird | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Firebird | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
