1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay is newer by 14 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, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2004 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Bonneville | Relay |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| 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 |
