1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 18 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Firebird | Musso |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
