1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 19 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Firebird | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Firebird | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
