1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 756 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (313 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 616 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
