2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1983 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1983 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Discovery | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |