1977 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC, 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Bonneville | 1998 Saturn SC | |
Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
Model | Bonneville | SC |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |