2007 Ford Territory vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 335 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac Banshee has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac Banshee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Territory | Banshee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4042 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
