1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 656 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 323 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
