1976 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2006 Renault Modus

To start off, 2006 Renault Modus is newer by 30 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 71 more horse power than 2006 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 406 kg more than 2006 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Renault Modus, 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Modus. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Pontiac Bonneville 2006 Renault Modus
Make Pontiac Renault
Model Bonneville Modus
Year Released 1976 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2106 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 5750 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2490 mm