1986 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Firebird | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Firebird | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
