1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 845 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Sonata | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
