1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 20 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Firebird | Kyron |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |