2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | SsangYong | Pontiac |
| Model | Korando | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
