1974 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 18 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 395 kg more than 1992 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21, 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Firebird | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | 21 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
