1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 71 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Durango | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 373 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 | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |