1977 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 36 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 370 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | Bonneville | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1693 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2890 mm |
