1986 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 787 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escort | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |
