1991 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 121 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 247 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Trans Sport | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |