1989 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Bonneville | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
Model | Bonneville | Escalade |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |