2009 Nissan Versa vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Versa | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
