1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 296 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 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 (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 1981 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1998 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 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Firebird | Laguna |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |