1996 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 1998 Volvo V40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 288 kg more than 1998 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V40, 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 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Firebird | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Firebird | V40 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3353 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |