1996 Renault 19 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | 19 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
