1991 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Trans Sport | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
