2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Five Hundred | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |