1976 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 104 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bonneville | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
