1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 879 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 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 2011 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Bonneville | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
