1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, both 1975 Pontiac Trans Am and 1975 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12.
Because 1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12, 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Trans Am | 12 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
