1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 381 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Firebird | Antara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
