1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Renault Trafic

To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 38 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 97 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.

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, 2012 Renault Trafic, 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 (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Trafic 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 2012 Renault Trafic
Make Pontiac Renault
Model Bonneville Trafic
Year Released 1974 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7473 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 468 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Vehicle Length 5750 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 3100 mm


 

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