1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 91 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Fairlane | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |