1991 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 51 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Firebird | Corvette |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |