1999 Opel Omega vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Omega | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |