1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Bonneville | AAC |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 765 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |