1996 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2007 Skoda Octavia, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | Firebird | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3353 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |