1979 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind.
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, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Trans Am | Wind |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
