1999 Opel Omega vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 300 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Omega | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |