2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sportage | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
