2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 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 158 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 943 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (312 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Bonneville | 127 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |
