1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 32 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 17 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Firebird | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
