1986 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Firebird | Impreza |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |