2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1965 Renault 10
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 765 kg more than 1965 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1965 Renault 10 | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Firebird | 10 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3783 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |