1970 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1983 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 GMC Jimmy is newer by 13 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) has 104 more horse power than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy 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, 1983 GMC Jimmy 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | 1983 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Pontiac | GMC |
| Model | Bonneville | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
