1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Firebird 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 75 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Firebird | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Firebird | L |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
