1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 14 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), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 641 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, 1992 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 626 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| 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 | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
