1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Chante | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5698 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
