1984 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea.
Because 1984 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 1984 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea, 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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Firebird | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Firebird | Altea |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |