1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 391 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 929 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
