2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sorento | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
