1977 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 6, 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 (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | Firebird | 6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
