1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chrysler Charger 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 1973 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Charger | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |