1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 710 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Firebird | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Firebird | 66 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
