1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Because 1990 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 1990 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Cougar | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
