1970 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 22 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 81 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera, 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Sera 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:
| 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Bonneville | Sera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
