1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 21 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 267 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 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 Kia Cee'd, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | Firebird | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |