1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
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 Tahoe (454 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Tahoe | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |