2000 Honda Avancier vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier 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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Avancier.
Because 2000 Honda Avancier 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 Honda Avancier 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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Avancier | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Avancier | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2251 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
