1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (147 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 618 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 616 | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | 616 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |