1974 Renault 5 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 5 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | 5 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
