2001 Opel Omega vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 176 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (325 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Omega | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1474 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
