2002 Acura NSX vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 14 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, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 76 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2002 Acura NSX 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 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | NSX | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
