1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Pontiac | Opel |
Model | Firebird | Antara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |