1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1989 Subaru XT is newer by 15 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 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 941 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru XT 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, 1989 Subaru XT 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 (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Bonneville | XT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6558 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
