1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 33 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-7 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
