1996 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1992 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1992 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Venturi Coupe 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 1992 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Venturi Coupe. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1992 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1992 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Bonneville | 1992 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Pontiac | Venturi |
Model | Bonneville | Coupe |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |