2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 11 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. 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 (475 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Firebird | 960 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
