1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
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, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-7 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
