1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 39 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
| Model | Bonneville | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7473 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2916 mm |
