1970 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 36 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC90. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Bonneville | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |
