2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 506 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Pilot | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |