1985 Ford Taurus vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1985 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 661 kg more than 1985 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Taurus, 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Taurus. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Taurus | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Taurus | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |