1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Renault Clio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Renault Clio. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 26 kg more than 1996 Renault Clio. 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Clio. (407 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Firebird | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7456 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
