1977 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 31 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. 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, 2008 Seat Altea, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Bonneville | Altea |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |