1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1973 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 625 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 110 S | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5792 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
