2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 318 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (313 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Bonneville | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |