1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 32 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 324 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Bonneville | Celica |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2562 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |