1989 Plymouth Colt vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 635 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Colt. 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Colt | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Colt | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2880 mm |
