1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Pontiac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bonneville | Lancer |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |