1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 448 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Firebird | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
