2000 Volvo S60 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Volvo | Pontiac |
| Model | S60 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
