2008 Kia Carens vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Carens | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |