1978 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
| Model | Firebird | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
