1984 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 89 kg more than 1984 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Fairlane 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 1984 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1984 Ford Fairlane (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Fairlane | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |