1975 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Bonneville | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
