1991 Ford Orion 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 Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 727 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion. 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Orion | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
