1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Bonneville 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 41 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 254 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Bonneville | Avensis |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |