1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 3 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 815 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Quattro | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
