1996 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 14 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 36 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. 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, 2010 Volvo V50, 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 (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Firebird | V50 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2639 mm |