1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1991 Buick Roadmaster 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 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Roadmaster | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |