1977 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 283 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Bonneville | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |