1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 430 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Firebird | Rexton |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5792 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |