1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana 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 48 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 394 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Holden Torana 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 1976 Holden Torana. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Bonneville | Torana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |
