1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 1996 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 818 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |
