2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Liberty | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
