1982 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (168 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Firebird | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
