1995 Lada Niva vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Niva | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
