2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 137 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 7473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3140 mm |
