2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 549 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Celica 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 1986 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Bonneville | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
