1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3210 mm |
