1991 Lada Samara vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 636 kg more than 1991 Lada Samara. 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, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1991 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1991 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Samara | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Lada | Pontiac |
Model | Samara | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |