1966 Pontiac GTO vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Pontiac GTO | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | R5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6375 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 366 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
