2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Lumina | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
