1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1976 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Chante | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 6547 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
