1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Bonneville | Sentra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |