2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Excursion | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 76 L |