1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 3,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 405 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-01 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 3784 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
