1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 103 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Prix | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3352 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |