1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 1975 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. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3140 mm |
