1989 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 183 kg more than 1989 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mazda 929 | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | 929 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |