2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 18 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
