1987 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. 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, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler New Yorker | 1996 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | New Yorker | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
