1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-2 | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-2 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
