1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 198 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B2500 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
