1996 Daewoo Brougham vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Daewoo Brougham is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Daewoo Brougham. (109 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Daewoo Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Daewoo Brougham. 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. 1979 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1996 Daewoo Brougham has manual transmission. 1996 Daewoo Brougham will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daewoo Brougham | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Daewoo | Pontiac |
| Model | Brougham | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
