1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 624 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Thunderbird 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 1987 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Thunderbird | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 68 L |
