1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Because 1985 Ford RS 200 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 1985 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | RS 200 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 68 L |
