1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 446 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 616 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
