1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 750 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Festiva | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |