2002 Acura MDX vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 11 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, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 470 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 2002 Acura MDX 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, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | MDX | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
