1989 Ford Capri vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 408 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Capri | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |