1978 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 732 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (313 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1978 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1978 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
