1970 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 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 47 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. 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, 2008 Volvo S80, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Bonneville | S80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
