1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (256 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Firebird | XL7 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |