1996 Mazda MPV vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 249 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda MPV | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | MPV | Firebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |