2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 62 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Camaro | Firebird |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |