1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Bonneville | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6558 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
