1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 1 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 81 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 600 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Festiva | Firebird |
Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |