2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 779 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1964 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1964 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Bonneville | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
