2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 419 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Mountaineer | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |