2001 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Malibu | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Malibu | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
