1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 110 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 Ram 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 Ram 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3210 mm |
