1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Chante | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3785 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
