1980 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 417 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
