1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1323 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.
Because 1996 Bentley Azure 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 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1992 Pontiac Sunbird has manual transmission. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Azure | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
