1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 34 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 41 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza, 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Forenza has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Forenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Bonneville | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6558 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
