1974 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Bluebird 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 1974 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1974 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1974 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Bluebird | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Bluebird | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |