2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Rodeo | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Rodeo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2570 mm |
