1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 975 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
Model | Firebird | Carol |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 30 L |