1977 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 195 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Pontiac Toyota
Model Bonneville Land Cruiser
Year Released 1977 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5734 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 273 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 2105 kg 2300 kg
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2790 mm


 

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