1986 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2004 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay 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, 2004 Saturn Relay (298 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Bonneville | Relay |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3050 mm |
