2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |