1999 Opel Omega vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 17 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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (168 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega.
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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Omega | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
