1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Firebird | Avantime |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |