2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,391 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 352 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (203 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Firebird | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Firebird | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
