1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1978 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 1978 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
Model | Voyager | Firebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |