1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bonneville | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 2969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 4018 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 136 L |
