1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Ford F-150 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Ford Pontiac
Model F-150 Bonneville
Year Released 1997 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4194 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 202 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 2075 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2820 mm


 

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