1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 595 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 616 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
