1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Blazer | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |