1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 365 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1974 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 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Seville | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 7473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |