1985 Audi 200 vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 15 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 700 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 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, 1985 Audi 200 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 200 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
