1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville 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 59 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 84 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1998 Mazda MPV 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 1998 Mazda MPV. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MPV | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | MPV | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |