1986 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 26 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1073 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.
Because 2012 GMC Yukon 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 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Pontiac | GMC |
| Model | Bonneville | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
