1989 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Bonneville | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
