2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 690 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 (563 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (439 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Range Rover | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
