1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 342 kg more than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda Cosmo 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 Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Cosmo | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |