1978 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 1978 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Firebird | Combo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
