1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 614 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Prelude | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |