1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Ram | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |