2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | SSR | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |