1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 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 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Firebird | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Firebird | Outback |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
