1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol 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 97 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 557 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Patrol 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:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Patrol | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2800 mm |
