1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Bonneville | Passat |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |