1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 978 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. 1999 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Express | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
