2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 178 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Firebird | 760 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
