1974 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 326 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Firebird | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
