2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | SsangYong | Pontiac |
| Model | Rexton | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
