2003 Ford Econovan vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. 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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Econovan | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |