2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,391 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 266 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2000 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (203 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Firebird | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
