2003 Pininfarina Enjoy vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 133 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

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, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 1988 Pontiac Firebird
Make Pininfarina Pontiac
Model Enjoy Firebird
Year Released 2003 1988
Engine Size 1794 cc 2827 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1380 mm


 

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