1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 107 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Bonneville | GTI |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |