2006 Honda Element vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
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, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Element | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
