2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fusion | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
