2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 1977 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 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Vectra | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |