1988 Opel Omega vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1988 Opel Omega is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 385 kg more than 1988 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Omega | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Omega | Firebird |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |