1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1991 Alpine V6 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
Model | V6 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |