2001 Opel Speedster vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Opel Speedster. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 594 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster. 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Speedster | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Speedster | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 79 L |