1989 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 380 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Bonneville | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Bonneville | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |