1989 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 24 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 684 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 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 2013 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Bonneville | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
