1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 14 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 525 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. 2012 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1998 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1998 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Firebird | Equus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3045 mm |
