1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 387 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20, 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
Model | Firebird | i20 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2525 mm |