2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1204 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
