1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1992 GMC Typhoon is newer by 19 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 255 kg more than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 GMC Typhoon | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Typhoon | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |