1972 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Bonneville | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 484 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |