2002 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 444 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1344 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |