1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 790 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Kadett | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Kadett | Firebird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |