1971 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 454 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 100 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
