1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1996 Toyota Carina

To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville 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 43 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Pontiac Bonneville 1996 Toyota Carina
Make Pontiac Toyota
Model Bonneville Carina
Year Released 1990 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 1762 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 107 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 85.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm


 

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