2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3140 mm |
