1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 384 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla, 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 (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
