2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Armada | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
