1989 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 502 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |