1979 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 685 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro. 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Allegro | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
