1977 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1999 Tata Indica
To start off, 1999 Tata Indica is newer by 22 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 109 more horse power than 1999 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1999 Tata Indica. 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, 1999 Tata Indica, 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Indica. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Bonneville | 1999 Tata Indica | |
Make | Pontiac | Tata |
Model | Bonneville | Indica |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |