1984 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. Both 1984 Buick Electra and 1991 Pontiac Bonneville are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. 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, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Electra | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |