1992 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 366 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Victor 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 1973 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Pontiac Bonneville | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
Model | Bonneville | Victor |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |