1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 384 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Trooper | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
