1990 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 309 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |