1976 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 29 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Bonneville | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
