1988 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 471 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Mitsubishi Starion 1977 Pontiac Firebird
Make Mitsubishi Pontiac
Model Starion Firebird
Year Released 1988 1977
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 5012 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 102 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 324 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1596 kg


 

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