2000 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1956 Renault Colorale
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Colorale weights approximately 238 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | 1956 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Trans Am | Colorale |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
