1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1997 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 281 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1997 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 1997 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Cavalier | Firebird |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |