1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet APV is newer by 15 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 49 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 515 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | APV | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3140 mm |
