1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 25 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Durango | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
