1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1987 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 1987 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
