1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 26 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Lumina | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |