2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Colorado | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
