1991 Holden Barina vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 1 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 720 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. 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 Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Barina | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
