2002 Infiniti G20 vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 2002 Infiniti G20 is newer by 32 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 41 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G20. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 647 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G20. 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, 2002 Infiniti G20, 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G20. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G20.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Infiniti G20 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Infiniti Pontiac
Model G20 Bonneville
Year Released 2002 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 7460 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 144 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 484 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1343 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5740 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3210 mm