1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
Model | Firebird | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 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 | 1596 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |