1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 109 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Cutlass | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
