1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 26 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, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 65 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2013 Dodge DART has manual transmission. 2013 Dodge DART 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 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | Bonneville | DART |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
