2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825i would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 9 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825i. (217 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825i. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1986 Rover 825i has manual transmission. 1986 Rover 825i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Bonneville | 825i |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
