2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 880 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 1982 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Bonneville | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
