1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Firebird | Vue |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5792 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
