1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B2500 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
