1991 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 165 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane, 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, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac Firebird | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
