1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Firebird | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Firebird | 66 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 56 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |