1970 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1997 Tata E

To start off, 1997 Tata E is newer by 27 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 37 more horse power than 1997 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata E. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1997 Tata E has manual transmission. 1997 Tata E 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 1997 Tata E
Make Pontiac Tata
Model Bonneville E
Year Released 1970 1997
Engine Size 7460 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 484 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5740 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2810 mm


 

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