2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B3000 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
