1970 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1986 Renault Super 5

To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 16 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 144 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Pontiac Bonneville 1986 Renault Super 5
Make Pontiac Renault
Model Bonneville Super 5
Year Released 1970 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7460 cc 956 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 41 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 484 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 695 kg
Vehicle Length 5740 mm 3600 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2410 mm


 

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