2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Mobilio | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
