2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 422 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Chevrolet Pontiac
Model Express Bonneville
Year Released 2007 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 285 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 271 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 68 L


 

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