2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 910 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Drifter | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3210 mm |
