1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Ford Taurus. 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Taurus | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Taurus | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |