1991 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 17 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, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 496 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi 100 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:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 100 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 7473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |
