1988 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1988 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | Firebird | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
