1986 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | Bonneville | CL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
