1999 Pontiac Rageous vs. 1995 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Rageous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1995 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Pontiac Rageous 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 1999 Pontiac Rageous. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Twingo, 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, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Rageous | 1995 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Rageous | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2350 mm |
