1982 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, both 1982 Pontiac Firebird and 1982 Renault 11 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (168 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11.
Because 1982 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 1982 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, 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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac Firebird | 1982 Renault 11 | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Firebird | 11 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |