1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 18 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 838 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Festiva | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3786 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 | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |
