1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (147 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
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, 2009 Renault Trafic, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Firebird | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3353 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3100 mm |
