1989 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1990 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Firebird |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |