1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 247 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Firebird | Rexton |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |