1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 616 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
