1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 745 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Express | Firebird |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |