1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio 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 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 378 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | Bonneville | Rio |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |