2006 GMC Savana vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 224 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (353 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Savana | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3140 mm |
