2004 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 580 kg more than 1985 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Skyline 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 1985 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Bonneville | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Bonneville | Skyline |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |