1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510, 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Firebird | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
Model | Firebird | 1510 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |