1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1977 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Chante | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5012 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
