2001 MCC ForTwo vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 730 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC ForTwo | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | MCC | Pontiac |
| Model | ForTwo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2570 mm |
