1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (135 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 282 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Firebird | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2838 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |