1991 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1983 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1983 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 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan 300 ZX | 1983 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | 300 ZX | Firebird |
Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 376 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |