2002 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 196 kg more than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Land Rover Freelander | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Freelander | Firebird |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |