1977 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5.
Because 1977 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | Firebird | 5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
