1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 391 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Firebird | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
