2009 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 36 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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (142 Nm). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cruze | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Cruze | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
