2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | LR2 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 5792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |