1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 580 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (182 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Bonneville | 19 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |
