1986 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 27 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, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1986 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 1986 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART, 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, 1986 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | Firebird | DART |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
