2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Defender | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |