1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 465 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Cortina | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |