2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Colorado | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
