1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1992 Renault 4
To start off, 1992 Renault 4 is newer by 22 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1992 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1992 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 4, 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1992 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
