2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Frontier | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3210 mm |
