1996 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 556 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Diamante | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |