2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
