2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 950 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac GTO | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5669 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
