2004 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | 1989 Buick Century | |
| Make | Pontiac | Buick |
| Model | Bonneville | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2662 mm |
