1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (168 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | A 109 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
