2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1995 Tata E

To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Tata E would be higher. At 3,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Tata E. 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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Tata E.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Pontiac Firebird 1995 Tata E
Make Pontiac Tata
Model Firebird E
Year Released 2000 1995
Engine Size 3784 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2810 mm


 

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