1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 457 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Prelude | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |