1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2007 Volvo S60

To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.

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, 2007 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Pontiac Bonneville 2007 Volvo S60
Make Pontiac Volvo
Model Bonneville S60
Year Released 1990 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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