2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 205 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1973 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 1973 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Corsa | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
