1983 Opel Senator vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 222 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Senator | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
