2000 Lancia Lybra vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 2000 Lancia Lybra and 2000 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,391 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 97 kg more than 2000 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (203 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Lybra | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Lybra | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |