1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 435 kg more than 1981 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 929 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
