1990 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 20 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2010 GMC Envoy 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, 2010 GMC Envoy 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Pontiac | GMC |
| Model | Firebird | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
