1977 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-9.
Because 1977 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9, 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | Bonneville | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2875 mm |
