1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 145.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Firebird | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Firebird | 145 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
