1991 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1991 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 1991 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius, 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, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius. 1999 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1991 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1991 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac Firebird | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Prius |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
