1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1983 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (134 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.

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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.

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1987 Pontiac Firebird 1983 Pontiac Firebird
Make Pontiac Pontiac
Model Firebird Firebird
Year Released 1987 1983
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2825 cc 2827 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 134 HP
Torque 230 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.9 mm 75.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L