1988 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Bonneville | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
