1990 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird 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 87 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111.
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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Firebird | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Pontiac | GAZ |
| Model | Firebird | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
