2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Liberty | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |
