1988 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Firebird | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
