1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 172 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Avanti Avanti 2001 Pontiac Firebird
Make Avanti Pontiac
Model Avanti Firebird
Year Released 1988 2001
Engine Size 5002 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 202 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1528 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2570 mm


 

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