2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Outlander | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |
