1990 Honda Integra vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 530 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra, 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Integra | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
