1977 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. 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, 2006 Volvo S80, 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Bonneville | S80 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
