1978 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina 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 146 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 766 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Austin Marina 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 1978 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | Marina | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |