1983 Audi UR vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1983 Audi UR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi UR (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 690 kg more than 1983 Audi UR.
Because 1983 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi UR. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1983 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1983 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | UR | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
