1986 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 321 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega. 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Omega | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
