1998 Ford F-250 vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 846 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.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-250 | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | F-250 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2820 mm |