1996 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 15 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. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 137 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 422 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Firebird | iOn |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
