2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1992 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1992 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | LR2 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |