1977 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 920 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Bonneville | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
