2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Freelander | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
