1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2007 Holden Caprice is newer by 20 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Caprice 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, 2007 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm). This means 2007 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Firebird | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
