1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (366 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Camaro | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
