1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1975 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, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Mazda Familia 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Mazda Pontiac
Model Familia Bonneville
Year Released 1975 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1271 cc 7462 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 485 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 5740 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 3210 mm


 

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