1992 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2003 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2003 Nissan Primera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 138 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Primera, 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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera. 2003 Nissan Primera has automatic transmission and 1992 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1992 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Firebird | 2003 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Firebird | Primera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
