2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3140 mm |
