1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 620 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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Kadett | Firebird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |