2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 25 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B2500 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
