2006 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 632 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
