1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | 929 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |