1981 Renault 9 vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 736 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | 9 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
