2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 221 kg more than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1975 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 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Caravan | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3140 mm |