1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1992 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit, 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Eagle Summit | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Eagle | Pontiac |
Model | Summit | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3140 mm |