1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sportage | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
