2001 Opel Omega vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Omega | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
