2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 2002 Lancia Lybra and 2002 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 51 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2002 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 2002 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra. 2002 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Lybra | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Lybra | Firebird |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 461 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |