2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 715 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
