2001 Acura RSX vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 849 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX, 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | RSX | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
