1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 22 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (275 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 219 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Firebird | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 275 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
