2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 22 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 1986 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Compass | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
