2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Firebird | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3784 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |
