1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 713 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 TVR Vixen 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 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Pontiac | TVR |
| Model | Bonneville | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
