1997 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Bonneville | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Bonneville | Corona |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 318 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |