2008 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 830 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1974 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 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 337 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |