1988 Audi 200 vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (197 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 630 kg more than 1988 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 200 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 7473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |
