1988 Nissan Vanette vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1988 Nissan Vanette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
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, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Vanette | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Vanette | Firebird |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2580 mm |