1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (168 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Euro 1 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1270 mm |
