2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 20 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 446 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.
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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | LaCrosse | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
