1975 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 950 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (234 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1991 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1991 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bonneville | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
