1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 1980 Renault 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. 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 62 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Trans Am | 5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
