1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 265 kg more than 1985 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Jimmy | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3140 mm |
