1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,391 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 407 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (203 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Cosmo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2391 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
