1990 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Firebird | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Firebird | Outback |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |