1994 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 166 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Prix | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
