1992 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (217 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 223 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944.
Because 1989 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (330 Nm). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Bonneville | 944 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
