1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 39 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 228 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
Model | Firebird | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 86.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |