1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1998 Proton Satria
To start off, both 1998 Pontiac Firebird and 1998 Proton Satria were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1998 Proton Satria, 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) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Satria. (161 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Firebird | 1998 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | Firebird | Satria |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3353 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
