1971 Mazda 1000 vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000.
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, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 1000 | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 1000 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
