1988 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 24 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 81 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 294 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Bonneville | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2425 mm |
