2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 467 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Firebird |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8201 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 133 HP |
Torque | 815 Nm | 223 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |