1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 4 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 565 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7. 1979 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1983 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1983 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | RX-7 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |