1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 1981 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna 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 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
