1975 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 33 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, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace.
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, 2008 Renault Espace, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Bonneville | Espace |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |