1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |
