1990 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 23 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 120 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit.
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, 2013 Honda Fit, 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Firebird | Fit |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |