1977 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1977 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 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Bonneville | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Bonneville | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |