1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
Because 1981 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 1981 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 1981 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Firebird | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | 25 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
