1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 713 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tatra |
| Model | Sunbird | T700 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
