1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 164 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
