1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 473 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 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Firebird | S80 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2835 mm |