2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Liberty | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
Model | Liberty | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |