1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 818 kg more than 1967 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault Dauphine | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | Dauphine | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
