1984 Ford Telstar vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 598 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar. 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Telstar | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Telstar | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
