1991 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lada |
| Model | Bonneville | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
