1989 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 906 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Jimny | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Suzuki | Pontiac |
| Model | Jimny | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 537 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
