2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (484 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3210 mm |
