1996 Honda Today vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 796 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Honda Pontiac
Model Today Bonneville
Year Released 1996 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1850 mm


 

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