2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 35 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1271 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (484 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Excursion | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3210 mm |
