1970 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Prix | Outback |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
