1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 129 kg more than 1966 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Crown 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 1966 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Bonneville | Crown |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |