1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 24 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 118 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace, 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 (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
