2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 226 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | MR2 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |