1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 355 kg more than 1982 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 929 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
