1986 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera 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 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2013 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
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1986 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
Model | Firebird | Azera |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
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 | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2845 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |