1990 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort 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 98 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 895 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. 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 Ford Escort, 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |