1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2827 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
