2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Nitro | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |