2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 304 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (454 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B2300 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
