1993 Renault Clio vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 495 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | Clio | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
