2004 Ford Laser vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 990 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser, 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Laser | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
