1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Toyota MR2 1975 Pontiac Firebird
Make Toyota Pontiac
Model MR2 Firebird
Year Released 1996 1975
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 5792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 366 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2750 mm