1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 681 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | 9 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
