1975 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1987 Saab 90
To start off, 1987 Saab 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 995 kg more than 1987 Saab 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Saab 90, 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 90. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | 1987 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Bonneville | 90 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
