1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 571 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Patrol | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2820 mm |
