1990 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 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 27 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Firebird | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Firebird | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
