1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 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 12 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 88 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac 6000 | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | 6000 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
