1999 Holden Vectra vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 615 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra, 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Vectra | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Vectra | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |