2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | DTS | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
