1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 184 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Falcon 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 1991 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Falcon | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
