1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Camaro | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
