1971 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 950 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6545 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
