1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 15 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
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, 2000 Plymouth Neon, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon. 2000 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Pontiac | Plymouth |
| Model | Firebird | Neon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
