1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 105 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 1979 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | A 109 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |