1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Mazda Familia 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Mazda Pontiac
Model Familia Bonneville
Year Released 1966 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 782 cc 7460 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 484 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 5740 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 3210 mm


 

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