1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 626 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
