1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 783 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6, 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, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Firebird | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
