1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 33 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 94 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7456 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
