1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 1975 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Valiant | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
