1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 7 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 16 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Bonneville | Microbus |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |