1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 29 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 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (197 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 484 kg more than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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 (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Bonneville | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7473 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
