1984 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Firebird | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Firebird | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |