1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 780 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5669 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
