2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 535 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Bonneville | 19 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |