1976 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Pontiac Bonneville | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | Bonneville | Octavia |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |