2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 32 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 815 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Xterra | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
