1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Firebird | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Firebird | Rexton |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2825 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |