1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 20 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Pontiac Bonneville 2007 Skoda Octavia
Make Pontiac Skoda
Model Bonneville Octavia
Year Released 1987 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 19.5:1
Top Speed 177 km/hour 186 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1504 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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