1974 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Firebird | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | 25 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
