1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2000 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 13 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 214 kg more than 2000 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2000 Venturi Atlantique 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 2000 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Pontiac | Venturi |
Model | Bonneville | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |