1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 40 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Firebird | Korando |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5792 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
