1998 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1986 Saab 900
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Saab 900. 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, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | 1986 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Bonneville | 900 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
