1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 26 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 135 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, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Firebird | Trafic |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |