1996 Acura Integra vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | Integra | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
