1990 Opel Kadett vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Opel Kadett is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Kadett | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Kadett | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
