1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Serena | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
