1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 1989 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Alpine V6 1989 Pontiac Firebird
Make Alpine Pontiac
Model V6 Firebird
Year Released 1985 1989
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2848 cc 2827 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2580 mm


 

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