1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Firebird 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
| Model | Firebird | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
