1983 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (148 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Pontiac | Opel |
Model | Firebird | Antara |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 223 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |