1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 327 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1972 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 1972 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna, 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Firebird | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
