1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1989 GMC Suburban | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Suburban | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 7473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3140 mm |