2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 338 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (353 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mustang | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 353 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |