2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Titan | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |
