2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Vivant and 1992 Pontiac Sunbird are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 179 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Vivant | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
