1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart 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 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dart | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
