1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 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 101 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 684 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fiesta | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
