1986 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Firebird | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 83 mm |
| 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 | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
