1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-01 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
