2006 Honda Element vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 29 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Element | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
