1975 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 26 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 20 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 713 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Bonneville | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
